Question 1

When are the 2022 Winter Olympics?

Accepted Answer

The XXIV Olympic Winter Games will commence Friday, Feb 4, and end on Sunday, Feb. 20. The Olympic torch arrived in Beijing, China, on Oct 22, 2021.

Question 2

How often are the Winter Olympic games held?

Accepted Answer

Every four years.

Question 3

Where is the next Winter Olympics?

Accepted Answer

Milano Cortina, Italy on Feb 6–22, 2026.

Question 4

What sports are included in the upcoming Olympics?

Accepted Answer

Original sports included bobsled, curling, ice hockey, Nordic skiing and ice skating. The introduction of breathtakingly fast alpine skiing events occurred early in the history of the Winter Olympics. Alpine skiing events, in particular, have come to symbolize the remarkable speed and razor-edge precision required of Olympic competitors.

Question 5

How many nations will participate?

Accepted Answer

At least 87, although details aren’t finalized yet. Not surprisingly, Northern Hemisphere nations, such as Austria, Finland, France, Sweden, Great Britain and the United States, have dominated medal counts consistently for nearly 100 years. But notable exceptions occasionally occur, and the world cheers them all the more enthusiastically for their snow-deprived origins. For instance, the Jamaican bobsled team captured the hearts of fans worldwide upon their debut in Calgary at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Despite failing to finish in medal territory, these intrepid athletes earned fans around the world and even inspired a film.

Question 6

How do I watch the Olympics?

Accepted Answer

You can watch the 2022 Winter Olympics right here on Peacock. Sign up for a Peacock account and start streaming.

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